NAIST GUIDEBOOK2023

A bout NAIST

Nara Institute of Science and Technology (NAIST) was founded as a unique Japanese national university consisting solely of graduate schools in the three areas of information science, biological sciences, and materials science to redefine graduate-level education. In 2018, to push forward the boundaries of advanced science and technology, the three graduate schools merged to create the Graduate School of Science and Technology with Education Programs in the original three research areas and two of their interdisciplinary areas. At present, over 1,200 students̶roughly 25% from overseas̶are supervised by approximately 200 NAIST faculty.

With its cutting-edge facilities and a high student-to-faculty ratio, NAISTʼs world-leading research and education are a direct result of its rich, global environment and supportive infrastructure. Moreover, NAISTʼs faculty and studentsʼ outstanding achievements are shared world-wide through patents, licenses, spin-off companies, and active international exchange. As a result, NAIST has quickly established itself as a world-class research and education center where young research scientists and engineers become tomorrowʼs global leaders.

From its establishment, NAIST has developed education programs and research that begin with NAIST and spread across research fields through our extensive global network of NAIST graduates and international partner institutions. This network is not only key to our research activities, which are undertaken spanning the globe to promote collaboration at the forefronts of science and technology, but a central part of NAISTʼs global education programming, allowing students to experience todayʼs international trends and environments.

NAIST eagerly promotes admission of students from both Japan and overseas who have strong basic academic capabilities, regardless of their academic backgrounds, and actively admits researchers, engineers and others currently working in society with strong enthusiasm for advanced scientific research and clearly defined aspirations for the future.

Presidentʼs Vision 2030

NAIST celebrated its 30th anniversary in 2021 and the newly appointed President, Dr. Kazuhiro Shiozaki, issued his vision of what NAIST should be in 2030. Upon the foundation laid by its prominent achieveme nts over the past three decades, NAIST will build a campus community that strives for the new development in research and education throu gh “co-creation” with diverse stakeholders. Please use the QR code to view the Presidentʼs Vision 2030 and find out how NAIST will pursue co-creation to fulfill its mission as a national postgraduate institution.

NAIST Timeline

NAIST established on October 1st (Graduate School of Information Science)

Graduate School of Biological Sciences and Information Technology Center established

Research and Education Center for Genetic Information established

Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology established

Graduate School of Materials Science established

Research and Education Center for Materials Science established

Intellectual Property Division established

NAIST became a National University Corporation, Industry-Government-Academia Collaboration Group established

Gender Equality Promotion Office and Center for International Relations established

Information Initiative Center and Research Center for Advanced Science and Technology established

Career Services Office and Institute of Research Initiatives established

Center for Strategy and Planning, Institute for Educational Initiatives and Institute of Research Initiatives established

Center for Digital Green-innovation established Three original graduate schools merged to create Graduate School of Science and Technology Data Science Center established

NAIST Numbers

NAIST is an institute focused solely on graduate school education based on its research achievements in the leading fields of science and technology.

NAIST Student Enrollment

Masterʼs Doctoral Research students, etc.

758366101

Total: 1225 (International students: 25%)

High Percentage of External Revenue

NAIST Faculty and Staff

Executive administration

Staff Faculty

8203170

Total: 381 (International faculty and staff: 6%)

(As of November 2022) (As of November 2022)

FY2021 Revenue: Total 10.5 billion (JPY)

High Allocation of Educational Research Funding

FY2021 Expenses: Total 9.9 billion (JPY)

External Revenue Breakdown (Fiscal 2021)

L ocation

NAIST is located in Ikoma City, in Japanʼs historic Nara Prefecture. Home of the first official capital of Japan, Nara Prefecture has an incredibly rich history as a center for international trade and relations. In addition to its prolific ancient heritage, Nara Prefecture is also conveniently located in close proximity to Kyoto and Osaka, and just 60 minutes from Kansai International Airport.

NAIST (located in Kansai Science City)

NAISTʼs Educational Structure

Graduate School of Science and Technology

The Graduate School of Science and Technology was established to remove existing barriers between academic fields to form a flexible educational structure where faculty from related areas come together to perform education at the forefronts science and technology and to introduce an educational system for basic and specialized knowledge to prepare students for studies in diverse areas, and to allow them to reach beyond their specializations utilizing the knowledge and skills they attained in their undergraduate education. Additionally, in order to meet the ever-changing needs of society and to achieve real-world application, project-based learning and other practical educational projects led by invited researchers and engineers from private industry, etc. are incorporated into the curriculum. The specific objectives for the graduate education programs are:

The masterʼs course fosters graduates with specialized knowledge and training, a wide understanding of related interdisciplinary fields, and the ability to approach issues and phenomena holistically to lead the application and innovation of science and technology throughout society.

The doctoral course fosters international awareness, self-reliance, and independence and develops researchers and skilled engineers with high ambitions that will advance the boundaries of science and technology taking leading roles throughout global industry, academia and government.

Multidisciplinary-focused Education Programs

The five Education Programs of the Graduate School of Science and Technology span the three original fields of research at NAIST (information, biological and materials sciences) and include the developing interdisciplinary fields that emerge independent of traditional academic divisions to pursue current trends in science and technology. All laboratories belong to one or more Education Program and students choose the type of degree the will pursue depending on their studies and the focus of their research.

Information Science and Engineering

E ducation Programs

Education Programs facilitating research in leading-edge science and technology

Information Science and Engineering

Degrees granted: Master's / Doctorate (engineering, science)

A focused program fostering students to support our dynamic advanced information society, implementing further achievements in diverse fields. This program cultivates specialized knowledge and skills in computer hardware/information network technology, computer/human interaction and media technology, and computer systems to utilize robotics.

Biological Science

Degrees granted: Master's / Doctorate (biological science)

A focused biological science program which fosters students who are able to contribute to the development of humankind and the conservation of the global environment through research and development related to the environment, energy, food and natural resources, and human health and longevity by equipping them with cutting-edge knowledge and skills in a wide range of fields, from the basic principles of life phenomena to the diversity of living organisms in animals, plants, and microorganisms.

Materials Science and Engineering

Degrees granted: Master's / Doctorate (engineering, science)

A focused program fostering students with foundational knowledge of materials science and advanced knowledge to fully utilize their expertise in a program spanning solid state physics, device engineering, molecular chemistry, polymeric materials and bionano-engineering, and undertake next generation science and technology to maintain affluent living and support societal development.

Data Science

Degrees granted: Master's / Doctorate (engineering, science, biological science)

An interdisciplinary program fostering students with a wide range of expertise in data- and AI-driven sciences in information, biological, and materials sciences, to find hidden ʻvalueʼ and ʻtruthʼ through data processing, visualization, and analysis of huge amounts of data to contribute to science, technology, and societal development.

Digital Green-innovation

Degrees granted: Master's / Doctorate (engineering, science, biological science)

An information, biological, and materials sciences interdisciplinary program which fosters students with advanced expertise in these three fields which support society and the economy, as well as comprehensive backgrounds to understand the adjacent interdisciplinary research fields, especially the interdisciplinary fields that encompass green and digital fields. These students can approach issues from various perspectives throughout society and will lead the utilization of digital green science and technology, which continues to develop in the green and digital fields, and innovation in society.

Education Programs that can be selected for each Division

G lobalization at NAIST

The coordinated education and research activities necessary to produce researchers and engineers who push forward the boundaries of science and technology and are active participants in todayʼs global society, and the extensive organized support to ensure their success.

Top Global University Project

In October 2014, NAIST was selected for the Top Global University Project funded by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT). For a period of ten years, MEXT supports NAIST and other outstanding universities in their efforts to reform institutional governance and collaborate with top universities worldwide in order to strengthen international competitiveness. Through the Top Global University Project, NAIST has committed to enhancing its international graduate courses by creating a double degree scheme, developing a new model for graduate education based on world-class research, reforming institutional governance and strategic agility, creating a campus environment that supports trans-disciplinary education and cultural diversity, and merging its three graduate schools into a single entity to establish new, flexible research fields.

International Student Enrollment

(As of November 2022)

NAISTʼs global campus

At NAIST, in order to develop global leaders in science and technology, we have focused on the globalization of our campus, including academic environments and campus facilities, while also restructuring our education programming to respond to current global needs and trends in science and technology. These efforts have produced a truly unique on-campus community that is central to students' and researchers' experience at NAIST. With students from various cultures, fields and backgrounds studying and performing research under NAISTʼs diverse faculty, our campus has become an international hub for both education and research in science and technology and we are maintaining and actively expanding our network of domestic and international partners to further promote our activities globally.

International collaborative research network Overseas research laboratories

NAIST maintains two overseas research laboratories at partner institutions where our faculty reside to facilitate collaborative research and strengthen institutional ties.

▶Université Toulouse III - Paul Sabatier (France) ▶University of California Davis (USA)

On-campus international collaborative laboratories

There are two collaborative laboratories on campus where visiting faculty from international partner institutions lead research with young international researchers.

▶École Polytechnique (France) ▶University of British Columbia (Canada)　▶National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University (Taiwan)

Overseas education and research collaboration offices

In Asia, NAIST has established two overseas offices in Thailand and Indonesia as hubs for education and research collaboration to support its growing network of graduates and partner institutions, and maintains an office to promote collaboration projects in Indonesia as well.

▶NAIST Indonesia Office (located in the Bogor Agricultural University Alumni Building)

▶NAIST Thailand Office (located in the Kasetsart University Faculty of Engineering)

▶UGM-NAIST Collaboration Office (located in the Gadjah Mada University Biotechnology Research Center)

Division for Global Education

The Division for Global Education plans and implements programs including agreements and activities with overseas institutions, double degree programs, studying abroad, overseas faculty and staff development programs, and overseas offices.

A greements on Academic Exchange with 108 Overseas Institutions in 28 Countries/Regions

(As of January 2023)

NAIST's international network is centered upon our international partner institutions and the faculty and staff that continue to strengthen ties in both research and education. The academic agreements below are achieved through extensive collaboration and their contents cover areas including research collaboration, symposia, guest lectures, faculty and student exchange, and the sharing of scientific information and materials.

Institution Level Agreements

Asia

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology

Institute of Genetics and Developmental Biology, Chinese Academy of Sciences

Tianjin University of Technology

Liaoning University

Northeast Normal University

KIIT College of Engineering

Indian lnstitute of Technology, Jodhpur

Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women

Gadjah Mada University

IPB University

University of Indonesia

Hasanuddin University

Bandung Institute of Technology

Jenderal Soedirman University

Electronic Engineering Polytechnic Institute of Surabaya

Faculty of Industrial Technology, Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology

Korea

Hanbat National University

University of Science, Malaysia

University of Malaya

University of Technology, Malaysia

Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia

Ateneo de Manila University

University of the Philippines Diliman

National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

The National Taiwan University of Science and Technology

National Cheng Kung University

Mahidol University

Chulalongkorn University

Kasetsart University

Chiang Mai University

King Mongkut's University of Technology Thonburi

Hanoi University of Science, Vietnam National University

University of Engineering and Technology, Vietnam National University

Vietnam National University HCMC, University of Information Technology

Hue University of Sciences

University of Science and Technology of Hanoi

Posts and Telecommunications Institute of Technology HCMC Campus

University of Louvain

Paul Sabatier University

Ecole Polytechnique

Ecole Normale Superieure Paris-Saclay

Science and Technology, University of Lille 1

Telecom Paris

Sorbonne University

University of Paris-Saclay

Universite de Rennes 1

ESIGELEC

Ecole Normale Superieure de Lyon

The University of Picardie Jules Verne

University Bourgogne Franche-Comté

RWTH Aachen University

Justus Liebig University Giessen

Karlsruhe Institute of Technology

University of Regensburg

Coburg University of Applied Sciences and Arts

DFKI (The German Research Center for Artificial Intelligence)

University of Cagliari

University of Trento

Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnical University

University of Granada

University of Edinburgh

Queenʼs University at Kingston

University of California Davis

University of Hawaii at Mānoa

University of California, San Diego

Mississippi State University

Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, Joint Genome Institute

Universidade Federal de São Paulo

University of Nairobi

Cheikh Anta Diop University Senegal

University of Technology Sydney

The University of Newcastle

University of Adelaide

Unitec Institute of Technology

School/Department Level Agreements

Department of Computer Science, City University of Hong Kong School of Information Science and Engineering, Yunnan University

Korea

Graduate School of Electronics Engineering, Kyungpook National University

Faculty of Electronics and Telecommunications, HCMC University Of Science, Vietnam National University

Department of Electronic and Telecommunication Engineering, University of Science and Technology - The University of Danang, Vietnam

Faculty of Medicine, University of Turku

Telecom SudParis

École Supérieure d'Ingénieurs en Électrotechnique et Électronique Paris

École nationale supérieure d'ingénieurs de Caen

Faculty of Engineering and Computer Science, University of ULM

Department of Informatics, Technical University of Munich

Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Technical University of Munich

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf

UK

Department of Statistical Science, University College London

Departments of the University of San Paulo

Institute of Biotechnology, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology

Faculty of Science, University of British Columbia Biotechnology Institute, University of Minnesota

School of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Nanjing University

Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Thiruvananthapuram

Institute of Biophotonics, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University

Institute of Materials Science, Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology

Institute of Solid State Physics, Graz University of Technology

Faculty of Engineering, RheinMain University of Applied Sciences

Faculty of Science, Leiden University

Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Mathematics and Computer Science, Delft University of Technology

Faculty of Science, University of Zurich

School of Health and Life Sciences, North South University

College of Life Sciences, Nanjing Agricultural University School of Life Sciences, Nanjing University

Macromolecular Science & Engineering Program, University of Michigan

Double Degree Programs

With the rapid progression of globalization, researchers able to guide international collaborative research bringing together human resources and emerging technologies to tackle the issues facing humankind regardless of borders, are being called for. The double degree program is designed to systematically develop human resources with an emph asis on the ability to conduct international joint research and to enhance international collaborative skills through education and research collaboration with international partner institutions.

In the double degree program, students are enrolled at NAIST and one of our partner institutions, and upon completing the program, following research guidance from both institutions' faculty, receive degrees from both institutions. Currently, NAIST offers doctoral course double degree programs with 7 international partner institutions and a master's course double degree program with Kasetsart University.

Molecular Science

③ Department of Chiropractic Science

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of Earth and Planetary Sciences

⑥ School of Engineering

S tudent Support

A supportive research environment for students

Rated top-class for research among Japanese national universities

In 2021, of all the respected national universities, NAIST was ranked extremely high for both Grant-in-aid for Scientific Research funding received and number of papers published (both of these are per individual faculty member), being ranked second in both areas. Also, in the MEXT Intermediate Evaluation of the 3rd Mid-term Target Period, NAIST was one of two institutions whose education and research were both evaluated highly as “having made significant progress.” Furthermore, the average institutional research budget for each NAIST faculty member for the 2021 fiscal year was 6 million yen, far surpassing double the national average.

Personalized education and research advising for students

With a 5:1 student-to-faculty ratio (FY2021), half the 11:1 average ratio for Japanese national institutions, NAIST students are regularly able to take advantage of individual advising opportunities. In addition to the main supervising professor, students are also assigned at least one sub-supervising professor to allow for guidance from different fields and to facilitate a broad understanding of their research. Furthermore, NAISTʼs campus is physically compact and the educational structure is organized to encourage collaboration and developments in both education and research across traditional academic fields.

Examination, enrollment and tuition fees

A wide variety of financial support options

Japanese Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science & Technology (MEXT) Scholarship

MEXT offers competitive, full scholarships to excellent overseas students and researchers to study in Japan and chosen students receive comprehensive support (Tuition and other fee exemption, monthly stipend, travel expenses) so they may focus on their studies and research. There are two types of MEXT scholarships, embassy and university recommendation. (International Priority Graduate Programs, etc.)

Other government and private scholarships

Every year a select number of privately financed international students receive JASSO and other private scholarships exclusively for NAIST students. Additionally, multiple scholarships specifically for international students are offered by private companies and foundations.

Affordable on-campus housing

For international students studying in Japan, housing is an expensive and time-consuming issue. All full-time international students are eligible for on-campus housing with free internet access. Housing fees range from JPY 10,000 - JPY 15,000 for single, couple or family housing, which are about one third or less of average Japanese housing costs. A new apartment-style dormitory where Japanese and international students live together to foster cultural understanding opened in April 2021.

International Student Affairs Section (ISAS)

The International Student Affairs Section is the first office that international students deal with when they begin their procedures for studying at NAIST. Starting with admissions assistance and visa procedures, the International Student Affairs Section manages international student registration, offers administrative support for international students concerning their status in Japan and handles Japanese government and other scholarships. The experienced staff also offers advice to students as they live and study at NAIST. Additionally, the section works with a citizen group to maintain a Japanese language program and arranges Japanese cultural excursions every year.

NAIST International Scholar Program

This program is offered to talented partner institution students to study at NAIST while being Research Assistants, gaining valuable, hands-on research experience. NAIST Scholars are exempted from tuition and other fee payment, and receive a research assistantship salary and receive a research assistantship salary and airfare to Japan.

Teaching and research assistantships

In addition to the NAIST International Scholar Program, NAIST actively supports exceptional students with teaching and research assistantships, where they receive a salary for taking on different roles in the lab and classroom.

Apartment-style dormitory▶

◀Single housing

Center for International Students and Researchers (CISS)

CISS was started as part of NAISTʼs commitment to supporting its growing international community, which consists not only of students, but also studentsʼ families, international researchers and faculty, and their families as well. CISS cooperates with administration offices across the campus to offer support in areas both on and off campus, while also working with local government offices to assure the international community in and around NAIST are able to make the most of their time at NAIST and in Japan.

at NAIST

Living off-campus

My usual weekday

Arturo MARTINEZ PEGUERO

Life in Osaka

Living with my family in Osaka, we take advantage of the many areas for children to play and signed up for baby pool classes at our local municipal pool. That has allowed us to connect with other local and foreign families as well as with neighbors with babies. We usually walk a lot with a stroller, so it is nice to have safe-walking accessibility as well as parks nearby. We appreciate the easier access to supermarkets, baby goods stores and 24h combinis.

On the weekends

More family time! Also exploring Osaka and the Kansai area, as well as meeting up with NAIST and family friends.

Student activities and events

1st year masterʼs student from Mexico & Canada studying in the Natural Language Processing Laboratory

International students learning how to make Japanese sweets

International Students taking home items from the Recycling Market

Indonesian students performing in the Ikoma International Friendship Festa

Living on-campus

Life in the dormitory

With shared washers and dryers on each floor and furnished rooms with a balcony, the dormitory has all the basics to start. Despite the limited space, there was still room for me to personalize my living space. The key is utilizing vertical space!

On the weekends

I love traveling! As a nature junkie, I usually spend weekends traveling around Japan with friends. Some of my favorite experiences are:

Skin diving in Ishigaki

Hiking in Mt. Ishizuchi

Cycling along the Shimanami-Kaido route

Strawberry picking in Shizuoka

Skiing in Hakuba, Nagano

My monthly budget

<Expenses>

Dormitory: JPY 10,000

Utilities: JPY 1,500-10,000

Mobile phone w/ data: 3,000

Food: 40,000

Hobbies: 30,000

Student comment

Donʼt be shy to use your broken Japanese. Locals are very kind and usually are really appreciative that you try your best to speak in Japanese. The best way to learn a language is to practice it!

Students and their families enjoying the Sentan Nursery Room Baby/Young Children Hour

Riza Rae PINEDA

3rd year doctoral student from the Philippines studying in the Mathematical Informatics Laboratory

On-campus Yoga Lesson

Rice Planting and Matcha Tea Time International students and their masterpieces at the New Year's Calligraphy Event

C areers after NAIST

Paths after Graduation

Master graduates in academic year 2021

Doctor graduates in academic year 2021

Others: 8

Total: 332

New employment: 260

Total: 88

New employment: 36

Returned to sponsoring company/organization: 18

99% of graduates looking for employment found positions

Division for Career Development (DCD)

Established in 2013, DCD provides a wide variety of career supp ort to NAIST students who seek non-academic careers in Japan. In particular, a University Educ ation Administrator (UEA) is employed specifically to support international students as they maneuver the unique and difficult to understand Japanese job hunting customs and procedures.

Career Support Programs for International Students

Career Guidance Career Counseling Career Events

Career guidance sessions to educate students on how to start and proceed with job hunting in Japan

International student career consultation service available in English

Career events for international students and HR/R&D divisions of Japanese companies with global vision

Reference materials for job hunting are available to read and borrow in our office. It is also possible to read the job-hunting reports of our alumni.

Hear from our Graduates

Life in Japan

Being fascinated by Japanese culture since childhood, coming and studying in Japan is always my dream. Besides my academic work, I got many opportunities to travel around Nara and Kansai cities, where the history spanning thousands of years is really amazing to me. Moreover, my daily life which was supported by the clean environment, safe food, and warmhear ted staff and friends really touched me. By the way, Japanese “sushi” and “ramen” are my favorite.

My Experience at NAIST

Chengyan ZHAO, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Ritsumeikan

University

Graduated Division of Information Science in 2021

Life in Japan

From my academic and private experiences, in my mind, NAIST is no doubt the best place for research in Japan. NAIST gathers a group of energetic professors only conducting graduated courses, in other words, students have access to more research resources than normal universities. Besides that, NAIST supports students to visit abroad to exchange ideas with the world's scientists. In addition to this academic support, the low-cost dorm located on campus allowed me to concentrate on my research without worrying about commuting or rent. Furthermore, if you want to start your career in Japan, make sure to visit the NAIST Career Office, wher e you can obtain support and guidance throughout the job-hunting process. Here, I want to say that I could not have gotten my current position in Ritsumeikan University without the generous help of NAIST Career Office. In a word, NAIST is the perfect place to enjoy both your research and your life.

When I first arrived in Japan in 2017, I still remember the excitement because I was starting a new chapter of life in another foreign country. I am impressed that Japan has a safe environment and good public transportation which makes foreigners living easy and comfortably. Whenever I have troubles, the people here are friendly and kind to help out. In my current workplace, co-workers always share their knowledge and experien ce with me. They slowly guide me so that I can understand my job well and grow as a valuable person in society. Sometimes, they also bring me out to try local Japanese seafood such as Kinmedai (a fish commonly found in Izu Peninsula) which is new thing for me! I donʼt know how my future will unfold but the experience that I gained previously makes me feel glad to come to Japan for my studies and career.

My Experience at NAIST

As a top graduate university, NAIST places great emphasize on creating a diverse community and promotes value creation that benefits society through the advancement of science and tec hnology. I believe that NAIST has one of the best environments for students to further their graduate studies in Japan. Students can build solid student-faculty relationships in NAIST because we are free to talk with professors in an exchange of ideas, information and perspectives. NAIST also provides opportunities to go abroad for research exchange. During my time at NAIST, I visited UC Davis in America and participated in some cutting-edge experiments. Moreover, students can also get tremendous support from International Student Affairs Section whenever they need counseling on student life such as dormitory and exchange events. Finally, please pay a visit to Division for Career Development (DCD) if you are interested in workimg in Japan after graduation. Through consultation with DCD staff, I have obtained a lot of information regarding job hunting and landed my first job in life after graduation. I feel that studying in NAIST has made a big impact on both my education and career development.

Life in Japan

Yen Siang WONG, Ph.D. Researcher Sunstar Group Graduated Division of Biological Science in 2022

Nattakarn

WUTHIBENJAPHONCHAI, Ph.D.

Prototype Development Engineer

Sony Semiconductor Solutions Corporation

Graduated Division of Materials Science in 2020

When I first arrived in Japan as a graduate student, the only Japanese words I knew were greetings. Although it made me nervous at first, living in Japan is much ea sier than I expected. Being able to have a daily conversation is more than enough to comfortably settle down and enjoy day-to-day life. Japan is also one of the safest countries in the world. I am ne ver worried even if I have to go out alone. The culture that is built on empathy and cutting-edge te chnology made me come to love Japan. I came to Japan with the intention of finishing my degree and returning to my home country, but I ended up falling in love with Japanese culture and decided to stay and work here.

My Experience at NAIST

The student support program at NAIST provides opportunities for students to develop their skills and encourages them to do so. During my time at NAIST, I had the op portunity to study English in the United States and work as an exchange researcher in Switzerland. I was able to complete research that was accepted by top-ranking conferences in my field and pub lished in a well-known journal thanks to professorsʼ advice and advanced laboratory facilities . Furthermore, the diversity of nationalities among students creates a pleasant environment for both international and Japanese students. I had a terrific time throughout my study, and hanging out with my Japanese and international friends also significantly improved my Japanese an d English. Studying at NAIST provided me not just an education but also an opportunity for personal development.

Computer Science Laboratories

Computing Architecture

Prof. Yasuhiko Nakashima

Affiliate Prof. Matsumi Kimura

Assoc. Prof. Renyuan Zhang

Assist. Prof. Yirong Kan

Assist. Prof. Hoai Luan Pham

Dependable System

Prof. Michiko Inoue

Adjunct Prof. Fukuhito Ooshita

Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Michihiro Shintani

Assist. Prof. Ryota Eguchi

Ubiquitous Computing Systems

Prof. Keiichi Yasumoto

Assoc. Prof. Hirohiko Suwa

Assist. Prof. Yuki Matsuda

Assist. Prof. Tomokazu Matsui

Software Engineering

Prof. Kenichi Matsumoto

Affiliate Prof. Takashi Ishio

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Hideaki Hata

Assist. Prof. Raula Gaikovina Kula

Assist. Prof. Kazumasa Shimari

Software Design and Analysis

Prof. Hajimu Iida

Assoc. Prof. Kohei Ichikawa

Visiting Prof. Toshinori Takai

Visiting Prof. Yasushi Tanaka

Assist. Prof. Yutaro Kashiwa

Assist. Prof. Toshiki Hirao

Visiting Assist. Prof. Keichi Takahashi

Cyber Resilience

Prof. Youki Kadobayashi

Assoc. Prof. Yuzo Taenaka

Assist. Prof. Md. Delwar Hossain

Affiliate Prof. Hiroyuki Inoue

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Daisuke Miyamoto

Information Security Engineering

Prof. Yuichi Hayashi

Assist. Prof. Daisuke Fujimoto

Assist. Prof. Shugo Kaji

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Youngwoo Kim

Internet Architecture and Systems

Prof. Kazutoshi Fujikawa

Assoc. Prof. Ismail Arai

Assist. Prof. Masatoshi Kakiuchi

Assist. Prof. Arata Endo

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Shigeru Kashihara

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Akira Yutani

Our laboratory performs research and development of next-genera tion sustainable computing platforms for Society 5.0. In particular, devices, hardware, architecture, and software for image processing, scientific computing, AI computing platforms, and blockchain accelerators, by fusing limited Von Neumann and various promising non-Von Neumann computers. Post-silicon devices, CGRAs, systolic arrays, near memory compu ting, neuromorphic systems, stochastic computing, high-efficiency blockchains, high-efficiency image processing, system architectur e simulators, reconfigurable architectures, approximate computin g, hardware design, digital/analog circuits, FPGA, VLSI, AI accele rators

Today's information society is supported by various levels of advanced technology such as applications, systems, computers and VLSIs. The Dependable System Laboratory is pursuing research on safe and secure systems including distributed systems with hundreds of computers and VLSIs with billions of transisto rs. Dependability is a concept from the user's point of view, when systems can be used reliably and securely.

Fault-tolerant distributed systems, wait-free distributed algor ithms, self-stabilizing algorithms, mobile agent and robot algorithms, population protocols, distributed algorithms for sh ared memory systems, VLSI design for testability, machine-learning-based test optimization, dependability of emer ging memory system, hardware Trojan detection

Ubiquitous computing systems provide users with more useful ser vices at lower costs than ever before by processing, aggregating, and analyzing real-world data sensed with various sensors and by recognizing the physical situations of the real space. Our laboratory performs research and education for reali zing novel technologies based on ubiquitous computing systems.

Smart homes, smart life, smart cities, context recognition, par ticipatory/ social/ mobile sensing, behavior change, Internet of Things, sensor networks, data mining, cyber-physical systems , edge computing

Our laboratory performs research and education on the fundament als and innovative technological trends of software engineering, including how contemporary software development teams make and maintain software, especially when using open source software. Topics include code analysis at the project level for automated tool support, empirical mining software artifacts to test assumptions, and human communication at both project and l arger ecosystem levels. We strive to help build, use and maintain software to benefit society.

Program analysis, programming education, open source software, software ecosystems, empirical studies, artificial intelligence, mining software repositories, software libraries, software security

We conduct research on the methods and technologies which suppo rt the design/development of software and cloud computing systems, focusing on the analysis/ improvement of the software development process. Software technology is increasingly present in our daily lives, includin g various software-embedded machinery and electronic devices for homes, mobile telephones, and social inf rastructures represented by cloud computing systems.

Software development processes, repository mining, software des ign & verification, cloud infrastructure design, software defined networking (SDN)

Our laboratory pursues resilience of ICT-based society together with lab members and colleagues around the world. Our research ranges from theoretical to practical, and spans across broad technical fields, from binary code, methodology, to even law. The pursuit of resilience (toughness) is an ongoing challenge and central to our motivation.

Cybersecurity, Internet technology, IoT/CPS, privacy, edge comp uting, applied machine learning, software defined technology, operating systems, distributed systems, Industrial control systems (ICS)

Our laboratory conducts research on methods to ensure hardware safety, which is the bedrock of system information security. We also research to ensure system-level security, inc luding the upper layers. In addition to students from information science fields, we also accept students who majored in electrical and mechanical engineering that wish to study the information field.

Hardware security, cryptographic hardware, embedded systems, si de-channel analysis, electromagnetic information security, hardware Trojans, cyber-physical system security, ran dom number generators, electromagnetic compatibility, signal/power integrity

Our research goal is to realize the next-generation ICT infrastructure technologies and services beyond current systems such as the Internet, Wi-Fi networks, and cloud systems, which can be used securely and conveniently. In order to achieve this, our research methods are not only computer simulations but also usi ng actual systems and equipment operated in Information Initiative Center (ITC).

Pervasive computing, ubiquitous computing, Internet of Things, disaster relief computing/networking, data centers, network operation, cyber security, high-performance computing, software-defined networking

Media Informatics Laboratories

Natural Language Processing

Prof. Taro Watanabe

Assoc. Prof. Hidetaka Kamigaito

Reasearch Assoc. Prof. Hiroyuki Shindo

Assist. Prof. Hiroki Ouchi

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Shohei Higashiyama

We perform research on natural language processing, computation al linguistics and machine learning. Our primary focuses are on the fundamental techniques for language analysis, langua ge generation and information extraction, and on the end applications, such as machine translation, summarization, quest ion answering and grammatical error correction. We also work for the language technologies intersected with other areas, e.g., geography and vision.

Natural language processing, computational linguistics, machine learning, syntactic analysis, semantic analysis, information extraction, language generation, language grounding , machine translation, summarization, geography and language, vision and language

Media Informatics Laboratories

Augmented Human Communication

Prof. Satoshi Nakamura

Assoc. Prof. Katsuhito Sudoh

Assist. Prof. Hiroki Tanaka

Assist. Prof. Seitaro Shinagawa

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Sakriani Sakti

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Keiji Yasuda

Social Computing

Prof. Eiji Aramaki

Assoc. Prof. Shoko Wakamiya

Assist. Prof. Shuntaro Yada

Assist. Prof. Wan Jou She

Assist. Prof. Lis Kanashiro

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Kongmeng Liew

Network Systems

Prof. Minoru Okada

Assoc. Prof. Takeshi Higashino

Assoc. Prof. Chen Na

Interactive Media Design

Prof. Hirokazu Kato

Assoc. Prof. Masayuki Kanbara

Assist. Prof. Yuichiro Fujimoto

Assist. Prof. Taishi Sawabe

Optical Media Interface

Prof. Yasuhiro Mukaigawa

Assoc. Prof. Takuya Funatomi

Assist. Prof. Yuki Fujimura

Assist. Prof. Kazuya Kitano

Cybernetics and Reality Engineering

Prof. Kiyoshi Kiyokawa

Assoc. Prof. Hideaki Uchiyama

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Nobuchika Sakata

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Naoya Isoyama

Assist. Prof. Monica Perusquía-Hernández

Assist. Prof. Yutaro Hirao

Information Science

The AHC Laboratory pursues research to solve problems related t o human communication based on speech and language, paralanguage, and non-verbal information. By applying various artificial intelligence technologies including deep learning, our lab is pursuing tasks that were previously n ot able to be solved.

Speech-to-speech translation, natural language processing, mult i-lingual speech processing, dialog systems, brain analysis, information distillation

We are an interdisciplinary laboratory specializing in the usag e of social media mining and natural language processing (NLP) technologies towards a wide spectrum social outcomes, ran ging from medical informatics and mental health applications, to fake news detection on Twitter and AI-powered conversation.

Social computing, web engineering, artificial intelligence, mach ine learning, natural language processing, medical informatics, computational social science

The scope of our laboratory includes wireless technologies such as beyond 5G mobile communication systems, wireless power transfer systems, and radio sensors. We educate our stude nts from theoretical and practical perspectives of wireless technologies to achieve our research goals.

Wireless communications, wireless power transfer, digital broad casting, satellite communications, wireless sensors, multiple input multiple output, radio over fiber, dynamic chargi ng, Intelligent reflection surfaces, electromagnetic theory, modulation and signal detection

Our vision is to introduce augmented reality, interactive robot s, and comfortable self-driving cars into the everyday lives of everyone on this planet. We aim to develop truly practical m ethods and systems using these technologies in cooperation with experts in various fields, focusing on medicine , sports, and industry.

Augmented reality, virtual reality, human computer interaction, human robot interaction, computer vision, computer graphics, training systems, support systems, user interfaces, s elf-driving cars

The research topics in our laboratory include computer vision t o understand scenes from visual information obtained by a camera, and computer graphics to generate rich visual informa tion for humans. We are aiming to realize new interfaces that enable humans and machines to interact through optical media based on our cutting-edge research.

Computer vision, computer graphics, computational photography, development of sensing systems, deep learning, optical measurement, unconventional cameras, image analysis, 3D shape r econstruction, digital fabrication

We conduct research to create the “tools of the future” to real ize an inclusive society where all people can maximize their abilities and help each other. In particular, by manipula ting various sensations such as vision, we aim to live more conveniently, more comfortably, or more securely by offering “pe rsonalized reality” which empathizes with each individual.

Virtual and augmented reality, human augmentation, wearable com puting, affective computing, cognitive science, psychology, computer vision, human and environmental sensing, a rtificial intelligence, display hardware

Applied Informatics Laboratories

Human Robotics

Prof. Takahiro Wada

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Gustavo Garcia

Assist. Prof. Yasuaki Orita

Assist. Prof. Hailong Liu

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Sung-Gwi Cho

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Yuki Sato

Robot Learning

Prof. Takamitsu Matsubara

Assist. Prof. Kenta Hanada

Assist. Prof. Yoshihisa Tsurumine

Assist. Prof. Hikaru Sasaki

Assist. Prof. Yuhwan Kwon

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Takuya Kiyokawa

Large-Scale Systems Management

Prof. Shoji Kasahara

Affiliate Prof. Masahiro Sasabe

Assist. Prof. Takanori Hara

Assist. Prof. Yu Nakahata

We conduct research studies on the intellectualization of robot s, understanding human. perception-action loops based on information science, and human machine system/human robot co llaboration by combining them. We are aiming to define the quality of operational feeling and motion comfort in intelligent mechanical systems that interact with humans. Research questions include "What determines easiness of walking with an artificial leg?"

Robotics, human machine systems, human modelling, cooperative c ontrol, biological cybernetics, shared control, motion perception, motion sickness

Our laboratory performs research and educates students in robot learning (machine learning for robot intelligence), an interdisciplinary field of various fields such as machine learnin g, artificial intelligence, robotics, control engineering, signal processing, optimization, mechatronics.

Reinforcement learning, imitation learning, deep learning, acti ve perception, smart manufacturing, human-assistive technology (exoskeleton robots, EMG interface), industrial appl ications, vehicle autopiloting

The Large-Scale Systems Management Laboratory research aims to develop mathematical modeling and simulation techniques for optimal design, control and architecture of larg e-scale systems such as computer/communication networks, with which the resulting systems achieve high perform ance, low vulnerability and high energy efficiency.

Queueing theory, game theory, machine learning, algorithms, gra ph theory, mathematical analytics, network optimization, blockchain, incentive mechanism design, data structure

Information Science

Applied Informatics Laboratories

Mathematical Informatics

Prof. Kazushi Ikeda

Assoc. Prof. Takatomi Kubo

Assist. Prof. Chie Hieida

Assist. Prof. Renzo Roel Perez Tan

Affiliate Prof. Junichiro Yoshimoto

Affiliate Prof. Toshitaka Yamakawa

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Tomoya Tamei

Imaging-based Computational Biomedicine

Prof. Yoshinobu Sato

Assoc. Prof. Yoshito Otake

Assist. Prof. Soufi Mazen

Computational Systems Biology

Prof. Shigehiko Kanaya

Affiliate Prof. Hidehiro Iida Assoc. Prof. MD. Altaf-Ul-Amin Assoc. Prof. Naoaki Ono

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Tetsuo Sato

Affiliate Assoc. Prof. Ming Huang

Computational Behavioral Neuroscience

Assoc. Prof. Saori Tanaka

Affiliate Assist. Prof. Hiroyoshi Ogishima

Collaborative Laboratories

Communication

Prof. Tomoharu Iwata

Assoc. Prof. Yusuke Tanaka

Computational Neuroscience

Prof. Motoaki Kawanabe Assoc. Prof. Norikazu Sugimoto

Humanware Engineering

Prof. Yoshikuni Sato

Assoc. Prof. Masashi Okada

Symbiotic Systems

Our laboratory studies mathematical models in various fields suc h as computer science, mathematical biology, and engineering. Computer science includes machine learning and sta tistical science. Mathematical biology includes neuroscience, medical science, cognitive science, psychophysics and bioinformatics/multiomics. Engineering includes biomedical engineering, signal processing, computer vision and robotics. Mathematical models are everywhere!

Mathematical models, machine learning, mathematical biology, ne uroscience, cognitive science, biomedical signal processing

We conduct research and education on "computational biomedicine , " which aims to develop mathematical models of the structure and function of the human body and other living o rganisms, and artificial intelligence for medical diagnosis and treatment, by integrating deep learning and biolo gical simulation with analysis of biomedical images.

Medical image analysis, virtual human body, computational anato my, machine learning, deep learning, artificial intelligence, medical big data, biological simulation, computer assited surgery, computer assisted diagnosis

We are incorporating state-of-the-art data modeling/manipulatin g techniques such as deep learning techniques to better our understanding of the system biology of plants. In co llaboration with medical hospitals and other academic institutions, we are developing various biomedical technologies based on information technology and deep learning techniques.

System biology, metabolic pathways, drug discovery, digital bio markers, medical image processing, deep learning, computer aided diagnosis, proactive healthcare

To understand humans, we build behavioral models based on the i nformation processing mechanism of the brain, investigate the principles of human behavior through verificatio n using experimental and data-driven approaches, and conduct educational research on its application to society.

Decision-making, computational models, reinforcement learning, neuroimaging, cognitive science, neuroeconomics, computational psychiatry, databases

Our laboratory performs research on machine learning and data m ining methods that extract valuable knowledge from various types of data. In particular, we are interested in deve loping methods that can learn from incomplete data, such as a small amount of data, data with many missing values, aggre gated data, and noisy data.

Machine learning, data mining, deep learning, meta-learning, so cial network analysis, learning from aggregated data, spatio-temporal analysis

We aim to understand the human brain and to achieve new machine intelligence (artificial intelligence) based on brain information processing functions. We conduct research and educa te students on computational neuroscience, cutting-edge machine intelligence and neurotechnology at ATR, a n internationally recognized computational neuroscience center.

Computational neuroscience, machine intelligence, robot learnin g, brain machine interface, cognitive function, neurofeedback, computational psychiatry, statistical modeling, multi-modal brain imaging, brain decoding

Our laboratory performs research on Humanware, which essentiall y extends the abilities of humans and supports better human life by the combination of sensor data and knowledge proc essing. We explore new research areas such as smart houses and robotics combined with human, social, and physical s ciences.

Artificial intelligence, biomedical engineering, machine learnin g

Our challenge is research and development of "symbiotic" system s that work in real applications to create social value. Currently we focus on the advanced image sensing and recognitio n technologies including "Fingerprint of Things" and object identification/authentication, which break through the li mitation of existing AI technologies for real applications. We work on not only the algorithms but also additional methods and engineering for sensing, data collection and system usability design. Our final goal is to create social valu es by implementing and operating the new technologies with the real applications.

Symbiotic systems, image recognition, signal processing, Finger print of Things, pattern recognition, traceability, visual inspection, machine vision, robot vision

Optical and Vision Sensing

Prof. Masaki Suwa

Our laboratory performs research and educates students from bot h theoretical and practical perspectives, ranging from fundamental research to engineering. Our research results are a pplicable especially in the field of factory automation, healthcare, and social systems.

Physics-based vision, vision-based 3D measurement, sensor calib ration, object detection/recognition, machine vision algorithms

Prof. Rui Ishiyama Assoc. Prof. Hiroyoshi Miyano

Collaborative Laboratories

Molecular Bioinformatics

Information Science

We are developing bioinformatics methods and tools to explore t he functions and mechanisms of biomolecules such as proteins. We aim to discover knowledge in the field of lifescien ce using information engineering techniques and to provide analysis methods that compensate for information deficie ncies in experimental data.

Computational molecular biology, bioinformatics, omics, structu ral bioinformatics, genomics, data science, databases

Digital Human

Our laboratory researches both humans and robots for realizing inclusive systems where they can collaborate and co-evolve. Our research includes theoretical studies on human b ehavior and robot control, and empirical studies on practical social systems such as manufacturing factories and sm all stores where humans and robots co-exist.

Digital humans, robots, digital twins, motion analysis, motion synthesis, computer vision, pattern recognition, material handling, human-robot collaboration, human-robot co-evolution

Formal Verification

Formal verification methods are mathematically rigorous techniqu es for checking the correct behavior of computer systems. We study the formal verification of software systems de aling with uncertainties, e.g., to guarantee the safety of cyber-physical systems and to rigorously verify and explain sta tistical programs and artificial intelligence.

Programming languages, formal verification, logic, type theory, proof assistants, Coq, algebra, analysis, probability, statistics

Network Orchestration

The Network Orchestration Laboratory is a collaborative laborat ory with the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT). In particular, we are develop ing the JGN network testbed, a nation-wide experimental network infrastructure founded by NICT. JGN also p rovides high-speed international connectivity to China, Singapore, and Thailand, forming part of a global R&E network i nfrastructure. Students find great opportunities to conduct research not only utilizing JGN facilities, but also ap plying their products to JGN.

Network operations and management, network security, network me asurement, network virtualization, network failure analysis, self-configuration/healing/optimization/protection net work

High Reliability Software System Verification

Prof. Naoki Ishihama

Data-driven Knowledge Processing

Prof. Kentaro Torisawa

Assoc. Prof. Ryu Iida

Multilingual Knowledge Computing

Prof. Tomoya Iwakura

Assoc. Prof. Yuchang Cheng

Intelligent Robot Dialogue

Prof. Koichiro Yoshino

Assist. Prof. Seiya Kawano

Multimodal Environment Recognition

Prof. Yasutomo Kawanishi

Assist. Prof. Motoharu Sonogashira

Our Laboratory is focused on research into software verification methodologies to achieve high reliability and safety in software that must function properly under extreme environmenta l conditions. The research outcome will be expected to apply to practical use for systems that require high reliabi lity not only in space systems but also in social core infrastructures.

Highly reliable software systems, safety systems, verification m ethodology, safety assurance methodologies, reliability

We are conducting research and development on natural language processing technologies that use big data, aiming to develop natural language processing systems that can contribute to society. We are now developing WEKDA, a spoken dialog system that provides a wide variety of written knowledge from the Web, and MICSUS, a multimodal interactive care support system that chats with elderly people to check the ir health and lifestyle, as well as more basic technologies that support these systems.

Big data, natural language processing, deep learning, question answering systems, spoken dialog systems

Our laboratory belongs to Fujitsu Limited. Artificial Intelligen ce (AI) today uses vast amounts of data to make decisions. We are researching and developing such AI technologies includin g knowledge computing and its application that makes use of knowledge extracted from multilingual text with natural language processing. One of our principal objectives is to take AI to new levels and create new value for society and w e are aiming to realize AI that will support greater business growth and efficiency for our customers.

Artificial Intelligence (AI), natural language processing, knowl edge computing, knowledge graphs

We research dialogue functions and intelligent systems for comm unication robots, roughly divided into three categories: understanding, control, and generation. To realize dialogue robots working in the real world, multimodal situation understanding (grounding) using language, speech, and images is necessary. The generative system of the robot utilizes multimodal expressions such as text, speech, images, and robot movements. We also study dialogue control mechanisms; reasoning , decision making, and inference on the knowledge base.

Dialogue systems, dialogue robots, natural language processing, language understanding, multimodal processing, knowledge acquisition, inference, dialogue management, language generation, reinforcement learning

Our laboratory performs research and educates students by devel oping environment recognition for assistive robots and surveillance systems, and human activity understanding in d aily life. We are collaborating with the Multimodal Data Recognition Research Team, a part of the RIKEN Guardian Robot P roject, to realize the future in which humans and robots are in harmony.

Computer vision, pattern recognition, robot vision, surveillanc e, environment recognition, object recognition, person recognition, action recognition, activity understanding, neural networks

Prof. Kazuhiko Fukui

Prof. Kentaro Tomii

Prof. Mitsunori Tada

Prof. Yukiyasu Domae

Prof. Akihiko Murai

Prof. Reynald Affeldt Assoc. Prof. Yusuke Kawamoto

Prof. Kazumasa Kobayashi Assoc. Prof. Eiji Kawai

Biological Science

Plant Biology Laboratories

Plant Developmental Signaling

Prof. Keiji Nakajima

Assist. Prof. Tatsuaki Goh

Plant Metabolic Regulation

Prof. Taku Demura

Assist. Prof. Tadashi Kunieda

Assist. Prof. Miyuki Nakata

Plant Growth Regulation

Prof. Masaaki Umeda

Assist. Prof. Shiori Aki

Plant Stem Cell Regulation and Floral Pattering

Prof. Toshiro Ito

Assoc. Prof. Nobutoshi Yamaguchi

Assist. Prof. Makoto Shirakawa

Assist. Prof. Yuko Wada

Plant Physiology

Prof. Motomu Endo

Assist. Prof. Akane Kubota-Namima

Assist. Prof. Nozomu Takahashi

Plant Immunity

Prof. Yusuke Saijo

Assist. Prof. Shigetaka Yasuda

Plant Symbiosis

Prof. Satoko Yoshida

Assist. Prof. Mina Ohtsu

Assist. Prof. Shoko Inaba

Plant Secondary Metabolism

Assoc. Prof. Takayuki Tohge

Assist. Prof. Shinichiro Komaki

Plant Regeneration and Morphogenesis

Assoc. Prof. Momoko Ikeuchi

We study molecular and genetic mechanisms of plant development and growth control in response to environmental factors using Arabidopsis and liverworts as model systems. We d evelop unique microscopic systems and image processing techniques to analyze dynamic changes in the growth and functions of plant organs.

Plant development, enviromental response, roots, sexual reprodu ction, evolution, Arabidopsis, liverwort, live imaging, computer vision

We engage in research and education pertaining to the biotechno logy needed to resolve the social issues, such as food, environment, and energy. Especially we are exploring the mechan isms of gene expression regulation for woody cell differentiation using omics technology and of plant mechanical o ptimization system to develop novel biotechnological tools.

Woody biomass, xylem, multi-omics, transcription factors, cell walls, atomic force microscopes (AFM), the 3D/4D structural analysis, micro X-ray CT, confocal microscopy, endomembrane tra fficking

Our laboratory aims to understand the mechanisms of DNA polyplo idization, stress response and genome maintenance that support sustained plant growth under changing environments . Our studies will contribute to the development of technologies that increase plant biomass and food production, t hereby solving global environmental issues.

Plant organ growth, cell cycle, DNA polyploidization, biomass, environmental stress, DNA damage response, genome maintenance, phytohormone, signal transduction, chromatin struc ture, epigenetics

We are interested in a holistic view of gene regulation in plan t reproduction, which leads to developmental robustness and coordination. We explore signaling and epigenetic control i n stem cell maintenance, environmental response and fertilization. Our students work at the frontiers of plant mole cular genetics, developing their research, presentation and writing skills.

Flower development, transcription factors, epigenetics, histone modification, hormone signaling, transcriptomes, epigenomes, molecular breeding, chemical biology, synthetic bio logy

Focusing on the circadian clock and photoperiodism, our laborat ory conducts theoretical and experimental research and education on how, when and where plants perceive time and seaso ns, and how they use this information to control their responses.

Circadian clock, photoperiodism, flowering, inter-organ/tissue/c ellular communication, circadian rhythm, chronobiology, Arabidopsis, plants, plant physiology

Our laboratory performs research and educates students in the a reas of plant-microbe interactions, with a focus on immune receptor signaling, signal integration between biotic an d abiotic stress responses, plant-infecting microbes and plant-associated microbiomes. We wish to elucidate the underlyi ng molecular principles in model plants and crops, and apply the obtained knowledge to promoting sustainable agricultu re.

Plant immunity, plant-microbe interactions, pattern recognition receptors, damage sensing, systemic signaling, microbiomes, symbiosis, plant pathology, abiotic stress, enviro nments

Our laboratory focuses on research of parasitic plants, especia lly Orobanchaceae parasitic plants that cause severe agricultural damage in Africa. We use molecular biology, geneti cs, microscopy, and bioinformatic techniques to elucidate the mechanisms of plant parasitism. We also work on t he other plant-organism relationships, including plant-nematode interaction, hervivory by the golden apple snail on rice, plant and arbuscular mycorrhizal fungi interaction.

Parasitic plants, Striga, haustorium formation, molecular genet ics, microscopy, transcriptome, genome analysis, evolution, chemical biology

Our laboratory focuses on the study of chemical diversity and m etabolic polymorphism of plant secondary (specialized) metabolism by translational analysis of genomics, transcriptomi cs and mass spectrometry-based metabolomics, as well as functional annotation of key genes corresponding to the prod uction of active phytoprotectants moderating environmental stress in plants.

Plant metabolism, chemical diversity, metabolic polymorphism, e nvironmental adaptation, integrative omics approaches, comparative omics, cross-species comparison, genomic synteny, m etabolic engineering, model plant to crop

Why can plants readily regenerate their bodies upon injury? We pursue the secrets of plantsʼ regenerative capacity using molecular genetics, live imaging and single cell transcriptome analyses. Uncovering the secrets of plantsʼ regenerative capacity will potentially benefit human life by improving various aspects of agricultural biotechnology including grafting and tissue culture Regeneration, cellular pluripotency, developmental plasticity, tissue cultures, grafting, imaging, transcriptomes, epigenetics, Arabidopsis thaliana

Biological Science Laboratories

Functional Genomics and Medicine

Assoc. Prof. Yasumasa Ishida

Assist. Prof. Chio Oka

Assist. Prof. Eishou Matsuda

Tumor Cell Biology

Prof. Jun-ya Kato

Assoc. Prof. Noriko Yoneda-Kato

Molecular Immunobiology

Prof. Taro Kawai

Assist. Prof. Daisuke Ori

Molecular Medicine and Cell Biology

Prof. Shiro Suetsugu

Assist. Prof. Tamako Nishimura

RNA Molecular Medicine

Prof. Katsutomo Okamura

Assist. Prof. Ren Shimamoto

Assist. Prof. Masami Shiimori

Stem Cell Technologies

Prof. Akira Kurisaki

Assist. Prof. Hitomi Takada

Assist. Prof. Atsushi Intoh

Developmental Biomedical Science

Assoc. Prof. Noriaki Sasai

Assist. Prof. Takuma Shinozuka

Organ Developmental Engineering

Assoc. Prof. Ayako Isotani

Assist. Prof. Shunsuke Yuri

All the faculty members in our laboratory, Ishida, Oka, and Mat suda, were educated and trained in medical schools. Therefore, as we focus on human diseases, we investigate the mo lecular mechanisms involved in their development and novel therapeutic strategies to treat them.

PD-1, self-nonself discrimination, cancer immunotherapy, HtrA1, age-related macular degeneration, CIBZ, methylated DNA-binding proteins

Focusing on molecular mechanisms controlling mammalian cell pro liferation, differentiation, and death, we conduct research on the regulation of the G1 phase of the cell cycle an d carcinogenesis, and on hematopoietic stem and blood cell differentiation, proliferation, and tumorigenesis. Experime ntal systems used include (1) in vitro cell cultures of mouse and human cell lines, (2) in vitro induction of differenti ation using ES cells, and (3) in vivo mouse models using knockout and transgenic mice.

Cell cycle, G1 progression, tumorigenesis, hematopoiesis, l euk emogenesis, cancer research, cancer metabolism, ROS regulation, lipid metabolism

The innate immune system is the first line of host defense that detects invading pathogens. However, aberrant activation of innate immune responses is closely associated wit h exacerbation of inflammatory diseases. Our aim is to uncover mechanisms that control innate immune responses using t ools of molecular and cell biology, bioinformatics and genetically modified mice.

Innate immunity, inflammation, vaccines, adjuvant, autoimmunity, macrophages, dendritic cells, cell death, cancer, gene targeting

Each type of cells has specific shape that is determined by the plasma membrane. Our lab will focus on the mechanisms connecting the membrane to the cytoskeleton for varieties of ce llular functions including migration, proliferation, and various events associated with morphological changes. We will i ntegrate cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, and machine learning.

Cell biology, molecular biology, biochemistry, biophysics, mach ine learning

Our laboratory studies biogenesis and functions of regulatory s mall non-coding RNAs and tries to understand how they contribute to human health. We conduct bioinformatics analysis to extract important information from large amounts of sequencing data and perform biochemical experiments using cultu red cells and model organisms to test hypotheses.

MicroRNA, regulation of miRNA processing, transcriptomes, siRNA , Argonaute, RNA-dependent RNA polymerase

Our goal is to understand the mechanisms of tissue development from the viewpoint of stem cell differentiation. We are also interested in the tissue regeneration process because the tissue stem cells are activated and initiate differentiation upon damage.

Stem cells, differentiation, development, gastrointestinal tissu e, lungs, adipose tissue, transcription factors, gene expression, growth factors, signaling pathway analysis

Our laboratory is interested in developmental biology, and is f ocusing on the mechanisms by which the central nervous system is formed. In addition, we investigate how the establish ed nervous system is maintained, and seek for new therapeutic methods for neurodegenerative diseases.

Developmental biology, molecular biology, cell biology, central nervous systems, neurodegenerative disease, chicks, mice, embryonic stem cells, sonic hedgehog

We are researching the formation of organs using interspecies c himeric animals in which mouse and rat cells coexist in one body. Through this research, we investigate the essential f actors for organ development and the correct function of organs.

Chimeric animals, organ formation , developmental engineering, embryomanipulation, genome editing, animal experiments, stem cells, regenerative medicine, reproductive bi ology, mammalian development

Biological Science

Systems Biology Laboratories

Microbial

Molecular Genetics

Prof. Shosuke Yoshida

Assoc. Prof. Masahiro Akiyama

Assist. Prof. Kazuo Kobayashi

Microbial Interaction

Assoc. Prof. Daisuke Watanabe

Assoc. Prof. Yukio Kimata

Assist. Prof. Akira Nishimura

Assist. Prof. Yuichi Morozumi

Assist. Prof. Yukiko Nakase

Environmental Microbiology

Prof. Shosuke Yoshida

Structural Life Science

Prof. Tomoya Tsukazaki

Assist. Prof. Ryoji Miyazaki

Assist. Prof. Ken Kitano

Gene Regulation Research

Prof. Yasumasa Bessho

Assoc. Prof. Takaaki Matsui

Assist. Prof. Ryutaro Akiyama

Assist. Prof. Norihiro Kitagawa

Assist. Prof. Yasuko Inaba

Systems Neurobiology and Medicine

Prof. Naoyuki Inagaki

Assist. Prof. Kentaro Baba

Assist. Prof. Takunori Minegishi

Bioengineering

Prof. Ko Kato

Assist. Prof. Shotaro Yamasaki

Assist. Prof. Tomomi Wakabayashi

Assist. Prof. Takehide Kato

Data-Driven Biology

Prof. Yuichi Sakumura

Assist. Prof. Toshiya Kokaji

Collaborative Laboratories

Molecular Microbiology and Genetics

Visiting Prof. Masayuki Inui

At our research group, we have been studying (1) how genomic in stability is caused when an antimicrobial reagent induces replication inhibition and cell death, and (2) how micr obial biofilms that hamper drug treatments of microbial infection are formed and disassembled. We also put strong empha sis on the international education of young students who are highly interested in these research themes.

Genomic instability, mutations, DNA replication, DNA repair, bi ofilm formation, molecular biology, microbiology, cell biology

We study yeasts and other unicellular organisms familiar to hum ans at the molecular, metabolic, cellular, and ecological levels to deepen understanding of diversity in the microscopic world.

Microbial ecology, microbial interaction, protein-protein inter action, signal transduction, TOR signaling, environmental response, ER stress response, food fermentation, biomanufacturi ng, yeast

We study the unique metabolic capabilities of microorganisms at the cellular and molecular levels. Furthermore, we aim to develop technologies that contribute to solving environmenta l problems and the realization of a sustainable society by utilizing microbial functions. A recent focus is poly(ethyle ne terephthalate) biodegradation.

Microbiology, metabolic engineering, genomics, transcriptomics, enzymology, imaging, genetic engineering, microbial breeding, microbial evolution, microbial screening

In cells, various proteins are involved in a variety of fundame ntal biological phenomena. To unveil such mechanisms coupled with dynamic interactions and structural changes of bio molecules, including proteins, we conduct basic research through structural biologic analyses in combination wi th other newly developed methods.

Protein science, structural life science, structural biology, p rotein structure, protein interaction, protein complexes, prote in transport, molecular dynamics, molecular mechanisms, crystallog raphy

We are clarifying the principles of animal development and grow th using mice and zebrafish as model systems. We bring together various technologies, including genetics, molecular bi ology, bioimaging technology, pharmacology, bioinformatics, mathematical modeling, and nanotechnology to ta ckle the mystery of life.

Developmental biology, mice, zebrafish, live imaging, gene editi ng, body plans, transcription factors, biological clocks, collective behavior, regeneration

The development of neuronal networks in the brain relies on mul tiple steps, including neuronal migration, polarity formation, axon guidance, synapse formation and synaptic plasti city. Our laboratory investigates the molecular mechanisms for these processes. We are also analyzing the mecha nisms of cell migration, memory formation and cancer metastasis.

Neuronal network formation, cell migration, axon guidance, syna ptic plasticity, actin waves, cancer metastasis, biochemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, mechanobiology

In our laboratory, we are performing research and education on the development of basic technology for efficiently producing useful materials such as biopharmaceuticals in plants and the elucidation of the mechanismss controlling the phenotype of plants in order to contribute to society through b iotechnology.

Regulation of gene expression, production of useful materials i n plants, bioinformatics, next-generation sequencers, gene sequence optimization, machine learning, analysis tool developm ent

Our laboratory analyzes experimental biological data to build q uantitative mathematical models and provide feedback for experimental design. We work to preprocess the data using d omain knowledge, and then use machine learning and mathematical models to extract novel knowledge.

Cell migration, morphogenesis, tissue formation, trans-omics, d isease diagnosis by exhaled breath, machine learning, quantitative modeling, mechanobiology, image analysis software development

Basic research and education activities focus on the developmen t of a biorefinery, a facility that integrates biomass conversion and environmentfriendly production of fuels and othe r useful chemicals. To achieve this, integrated omics analysis and metabolic conversion techniques are employed to de velop new microbial functions. (Affiliation: Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth (RITE) )

Microbiology, molecular biology, genome engineering, culture en gineering, metabolomic analysis, metabolic engineering, systems biology, high-efficiency bioprocesses

Core Laboratories

Bio-Process Engineering

Prof. Yoichiroh Hosokawa

Assoc. Prof. Yalikun Yaxiaer

Assist. Prof. Yuka Tsuri

Assist. Prof. Naomi Tanga

Solid-state Information Physics

Prof. Tomohiro Matsushita

Assoc. Prof. Ken Hattori

Assist. Prof. Sakura Takeda

Assist. Prof. Yusuke Hashimoto

Assist. Prof. Takanobu Jujo

Assist. Prof. Yuta Yamamoto

Quantum Photo-Science

Assoc. Prof. Hiroyuki Katsuki

Assist. Prof. Hitoshi Mizuno

Quantum Materials Science

Prof. Shun Hirota

Assist. Prof. Atsushi Yamashita

Photonic Device Science

Prof. Jun Ohta

Assoc. Prof. Kiyotaka Sasagawa

Assist. Prof. Hironari Takehara

Information Device Science

Prof. Yukiharu Uraoka

Assoc. Prof. Mutsunori Uenuma

Assist. Prof. Juan Paolo Bermundo

Assist. Prof. Itaru Raifuku

Applied Quantum Physics

Prof. Takayuki Yanagida

Assoc. Prof. Noriaki Kawaguchi

Assoc. Prof. Daisuke Nakauchi

Assist. Prof. Takumi Kato

Organic Electronics

Prof. Masakazu Nakamura

Assoc. Prof. Hiroaki Benten

Assist. Prof. Manish Pandey

Materials Science

Our laboratory promotes developmental research on high-precision and fast manipulation methodologies for biological materials, in which state-of-the-art laser technology is combined with microscope technologies. We have the world's top activities on cell manipulation and processing by femtosecond laser and have attra cted attention as a pioneer of laser applications for biotechnology.

Femtosecond lasers, atomic force microscopy, micro-fluidic devic es, cell manipulation, cell processing, laser-induced shockwave s, bio-applications, cell sorters, fluorescence imaging, photoporat ion, laser-induced crystallization

Our aim is to clarify the physical properties of atomically-controlled bulks, surfaces, interfaces, and complex systems, creating novel functionalities, from atomic and electronic viewpoints. O ur research targets are active sites such as dopants, three-dimensional structure surfaces, surface electronic states such as subbands, luminescence, magnetism, and electronic molecule-reactions.

Synchrotron radiation, angle resolved photoelectron spectroscop y, photoelectron holography, atomic resolved holography, electron diffraction, reciprocal space mapping, scan ning tunneling microscopy, quadrupole mass spectrometry, cathode luminescence, density functional theory

We develop techniques to manipulate the quantum properties of various target systems, such as strongly-coupled cavity systems composed of confined photons and molecules, and size-selective o rganic nanoparticles. We utilize various optics-based experimental approaches to clarify material properties from the viewpoint of quantum physics.

Coherent control, ultrafast spectroscopy, vibrational polariton , reaction control, wave packet interferometry, photo-induced p hase transition, organic electronics, molecular photonics, nanoparti cles, quantum effects

This laboratory is working on optical functionality of nanostructured materials such as environment-conscious nanoparticles and impurity-doped nanoparticles.

Nanoparticles, fluorescence, energy transfer

In our laboratory, we are conducting cross-disciplinary researc h, from the design of original optoelectronic devices based on microelectronics technology to their applications. Specifically, we are developing novel photonic devices and systems such as retinal prosthesis, implantable functional brain imaging devices, near-infrared color imaging, and visualization of high-frequency electric fields. Smart CMOS image sensors, implantable devices, retinal prosthes is, optogenetics, near-infrared imaging, lensless imaging, high frequency electric field imaging

In our laboratory, we are developing semiconductor materials and studying semiconductor processes and devices. We are also developing various semiconductor devices such as LSIs, TFTs, and solar cells with the aim of creating AI and energy that enrich our lives. Additionally, we are also working on higher performance using data science and materials informatics technologies.

AI (Artificial Intelligence), LSIs, thin film transistors, solar cell, thermal transducers, semiconductor devices, data science, material informatics

Our laboratory studies scintillators and storage phosphors for solid state ionizing radiation detectors, and the coverage is synthesis of materials (single crystal, transparent ceramic, glass, organic-inorganic perovskite, and powder), photophysics and radiation detector properties.

Scintillators, scintillation detectors, dosimeters, thermally s timulated luminescence (TSL), optically stimulated luminescence (OSL), radiophotoluminescence (RPL), radiation detectors, phosphor, photoluminescence

Our laboratory pursues the development of novel electronic devi ces using organic materials based on applied physics and chemistry. Our research is unique in that we develop original research tools to characterize organic thin films and low-dimensional materials, and realize entirely new fabrication methods and structures of devices which are distinctive from conventional ones Organic electronics, energy harvesting, thermoelectric generators, solar cells, thin-film transistors, molecular orientation, Seebeck effect, thermal management, scanning probe microscopy, CNT, proteins, polymer semiconductors, hybrid perovskite

Core Laboratories (Cooperative)

Mesoscopic Materials Science

Adjunct Prof. Yasuyuki Naito

Adjunct Prof. Hiroyuki Tanaka

Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Hiromasa Tamaki

Sensory Materials and Devices

Visiting Prof. Keishi Kitamura

Visiting Prof. Masaki Kanai

Visiting Assoc. Prof. Tetsuo Furumiya

Core Laboratories

Photonic and Reactive Molecular Science

Prof. Tsuyoshi Kawai

Assoc. Prof. Tsumoru Morimoto

Assist. Prof. Mihoko Yamada

Assist. Prof. Marine Louis

Our laboratory performs research and educates on exotic devices utilizing new physical phenomena in the mesoscopic region that take advantage of thin-film technology and computational science. Specifically, we are conducting research on novel semiconductor devices and materials for energy conversion and carbon neutrality including photovoltaic cells and high-performance transistors.

Mesoscopic, nano-technology, thin-film, energy conversion materi als, transition metal oxide, perovskite, photovoltaic cells, power semiconductors, computational science, material informati cs

We are advancing our research on sensor and device-related fund amental technologies such as microfabrication, biomaterials, image sensor systems to be applied in the medical diagnosis field, as well as working on the integration of these technologies to realize highly functional ultra micro chemical analysis systems (μTAS: Micro Total Analysis Systems).

Microchemical analysis systems, microreactors and micropumps, b iomaterial for tissue engineering, positron emission tomography, x-ray imaging systems, optical Imaging systems

Our group investigates light/matter interactions to tackle innovative chemistry, promoting social progress and protecting the environment. We aim to cultivate students by developing creative, critical minds to shape tomorrow's molecular technology. Our focus encompasses innovative molecules for remote-controlled photo-induced stereo/enantio-selective catalysis, conversion of light information as well as light-energy with molecular photo-response. For this, we conduct advanced scientific research on synthetic organic chemistry, molecular photochemistry, fluorescence and phosphorescent materials and chiral light emitting molecules. Furthermore, from the perspective of organic reaction chemistry, our goal is the realization of green chemistry on the basis of carbon neutral.

Photochromes, photo-triggered reactions, chirality, stereo/enan tio-selective catalyses, circularly polarized luminescence, transition metal catalyst, future displays, light emitting devi ces, lanthanides, fluorine chemistry, carbon neutral, green chemistry

Materials Science

Core Laboratories

Functional Organic Chemistry

Assoc. Prof. Naoki Aratani

Assist. Prof. Kyohei Matsuo

Biomimetic and Technomimetic Molecular Science

Prof. Gwenael Rapenne

Assoc. Prof. Kazuma Yasuhara

Assist. Prof. Toshio Nishino

We focus on the development of functional organic materials inc luding organic semiconductors, highly fluorescent dyes, near-infrared (NIR) dyes, and carbon nanomaterials. In particular, we are fascinated by beautiful and huge organic structures with high symmetry. We are also interested in the control of self-assembled structures to achieve their synergistic performances.

Functional organic materials, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, carbon nanomaterials, aromaticity, supramolecular chemistry, m ain group elements, photochemistry, organic electronics, NIR absorp tion and emission

We are designing and synthesizing molecules which can act as machines at the nanoscale, including motors, gears and nanocars. Thanks to the injection of energy (light or electron) these molecular machines can produce a controllable motion. We are also developing biologically-active molecules by mimicking natural molecular machines.

Molecular machines, organic chemistry, coordination chemistry, gears, nanocars, bioactive molecules, polymer chemistry, artificial membranes, interface chemistry, amphiphiles

Core Laboratories (Cooperative)

Functional Polymer Science

Visiting Prof. Takahiro Honda

Visiting Prof. Komei Okabe

Visiting Assoc. Prof. Kazuhiro Kudo

Ecomaterial Science (with Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth)

Adjunct Prof. Katsunori Yogo

Adjunct Prof. Junichiro Kugai

Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Tomohiro Kinoshita

Advanced Functional Materials

Adjunct Prof. Masanari Takahashi

Adjunct Prof. Joji Kadota

Adjunct Assoc. Prof. Mari Yamamoto

Our laboratory performs research and educates students through drug discovery and formulation design for medical drugs. Especially, we are now exploring the innovative DDS platform to penetrate target ocular tissues efficiently by using synthesized new material or functional polymers, etc.

DDS, drug delivery, formulation design, medical drugs, chemical synthesis, functional polymers, cell penetrating peptides

The Ecomaterial Science Laboratory, staffed by researchers of the Research Institute of Innovative Technology for the Earth (RITE), provides research and education on fundamental technologies to solve global warming issues. We endeavor to develop advanced materials for CO2 capture and H2 energy production, such as zeolite, amine-based materials.

Global warming, CO2 capture, CCUS, zeolites, amine-based materi als, mesoporous materials, polymeric materials, metal organic frameworks (MOF), inorganic membranes

We focus on the nanostructure control of materials to realize n ext generation products. An important challenge is the development of environmental-conscious material processing technology for all solid-state batteries and biodegradable polymers

Our laboratory is located in the Osaka Research Institute of Industrial Science and Technology, Morinomiya Center in Osaka city and conducts intimate collaboration with private industry engineers, leading to rapid application of the developed materials into practical devices.

All solid state batteries, lithium ion secondary batteries, ino rganic polymers, porous materials, nano-fibers, biodegradable polymers, polylactic acid, accurate polymerization

Functional Supramolecular Chemistry

Prof. Shun Hirota

Assoc. Prof. Takashi Matsuo

Assist. Prof. Naoya Kobayashi

Assist. Prof. Tsuyoshi Mashima

Complex Molecular Systems

Prof. Hironari Kamikubo

Assoc. Prof. Sachiko Toma-Fukai

Assist. Prof. Yoichi Yamazaki

Assist. Prof. Kento Yonezawa

Nanomaterials and Polymer Chemistry

Prof. Hiroharu Ajiro

Assoc. Prof. Tsuyoshi Ando

Assist. Prof. Nalinthip Chanthaset

Assist. Prof. Hiroaki Yoshida

Materials Informatics

Prof. Mikiya Fujii

Assoc. Prof. Tomoaki Takayama

Assist. Prof. Yosuke Harashima

Assist. Prof. Shogo Takasuga

Core Laboratories (Cooperative) Core Laboratories

We are performing new interdisciplinary research in chemistry and biology. Based on the chemical knowledge of the functions and structures of biomolecules at molecular level, our laboratory f ocuses on the elucidation of protein mechanisms and design/application of bio-supramolecules using various analytical methods, protein engineering techniques, and organic syntheses.

Supramolecule, protein, metalloprotein, function control, enzym atic reaction, chemical modification, genetic mutation, analytical methods, organic synthesis, computer-based protein d esign

Our laboratory focuses on the autonomous assembly-disassembly p henomena exhibited by complex molecular systems of proteins. Based on protein science and biophysics, we conduct research and education on the understanding of protein-molecule complex systems as potential targets for drug discovery and the development of next-generation protein-molecule complex materials.

Protein science, biophysics, structural biology, protein design engineering, x-ray solution scattering, x-ray & neutron crystallography, spectroscopy, recombinant DNA technology, stru ctural proteins, protein transport systems, signal transduction systems

Based on the concepts of “molecular technology” and “precise polymerization”, we prepare various polymer structures and create new polymer materials by controlling molecular design, polymer synthesis and polymer-polymer interactions. The target of their application is biocompatible materials, energy related materials, and environmentally friendly materials.

Biomaterial, degradable polymers, environmentally friendly mate rial, energy related material, polymer synthesis, molecular design, nano structure, stimuli responsive property, gels, films

In our laboratory, we study materials informatics. Our goal is to develop informatics analysis methods and their applications to improve material properties. In material science, experiments and theories have developed by interacting with each other. We are particularly interested in the technology that integrates and utilizes them.

Materials informatics, machine learning, conditional generative adversarial networks, data assimilation, computational quantum chemistry, first-principles calculation, photocatalysts

Data Driven Chemistry

Prof. Yukiharu Uraoka

Assoc. Prof. Tomoyuki Miyao

Assist. Prof. Jasial Swarit

Chemoinformatics is a research area where chemical problems are tackled using tools coming from informatics. Our primary mission is to develop useful data analysis methodologies for experimental chemists/ biologists by incorporating theory and data. The methods developed by our group have a wide range of applications from drug discovery to process control in chemical plants Chemoinformatics, data-driven chemistry, virtual screening, sof t sensors, chemical plant operation, drug discovery, in-silico modeling, machine learning, data analysis, process informatics

C ampus Map & Facilities

NAIST's campus is a compact area constructed to facilitate campus-wide research, education and interaction, where students, faculty and staff connect with each other daily. In addition to the on-campus housing for students, faculty, and staff, NAISTʼs secluded campus was created to assist students in focusing on their academic goals by offering support in a variety of areas. The campus's location close to Kyoto and Osaka allows for easy domestic and international travel.

① Administration Bureau

② Library

③ University Union / Health Care Center / Convenience Store

④ Interdisciplinary Frontier Research Complex No. 2

⑤ Millennium Hall

⑥ Guesthouse Sentan

⑦ Information Science Complex / Information Initiative Center

⑧ Biological Science Complex / Research and Education Center for Genetic Information

⑨ Animal Experimentation Facility

⑩ Botanical Greenhouses

⑪ Materials Science Complex / Research and Education Center for Materials Science

⑫ Bio Nano Process Laboratory

⑬ Interdisciplinary Frontier Research Complex No. 1 ⑭ Student Dormitories

A round Campus

As Japanʼs first full-scale digital library, the NAIST Library is available online 24 hours-a-day throughout the year and the physical library is open 24 hours-a-day as well offering reference materials, study space, etc.

The Health Care Center staff includes a doctor, nurses and counselors, and they offer medical examinations and assistance, health guidance and mental health counseling for students, faculty and staff.

The NAIST cafeteria offers a variety of inexpensive meal options for both lunch and dinner. Dishes range from traditional Japanese foods to western dishes such as spaghetti and curry.

Convenience

The on-campus convenience store is open seven days a week and, in addition to foods and beverages, stocks daily amenities and offers utility and other payment services.

Millennium

The Millennium Hall, the largest hall on campus, is open for events such as entrance and graduation ceremonies, international conferences, community events, and industry-related events.

Guesthouse

The guesthouse offers reasonable short-term on-campus accommodations for visiting students, researchers, etc. to facilitate collaboration with both international and domestic partners.

Sports facilities

NAIST maintains tennis courts, a basketball/volleyball court, a field for soccer/baseball and a room for table tennis, and the administrative offices offer rental equipment to students, faculty and staff.

NAIST One-way Carsharing System

As part of research being performed at NAIST, a carshare system featuring electric vehicles with 3 charging stations on campus which utilizes cryptocurrency has been established to assist the mobility of faculty, staff and students.

Rooms for childcare and reproductive health

These rooms have been established along with various child and family care support programs as part of NAISTʼs efforts to support female faculty and employeesʼ work-life balance.

eaching NAIST from Domestic Airports

NAIST Library ❷

Health Care Center ❸

Cafeteria ❸

store ❸

Sentan ❻

Hall ❺

NAIST Website

Division of Information Science

Division of Biological Science

Division of Materials Science

Contact information

For inquiries concerning:

Graduate Studies for International Students

International Student Affairs Section, International Affairs Divi sion

Email: ryugaku@ad.naist.jp Phone: 0743-72-5087

International Researchers and Scholars

International Affairs Section, International Affairs Division

Email: kokusai@ad.naist.jp Phone: 0743-72-6246

International Partnerships

Division for Global Education, Institute for Educational Initia tives

Email: dge@ad.naist.jp Phone: 0743-72-6243